New Zealand and Australia Luxury Highlights Tour
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Embark on a 21-day luxury odyssey through New Zealand’s iconic landscapes and Australia’s urban charm
Start in Auckland, enjoying skyline views from the Sky Tower and wine-tasting on Waiheke Island. Traverse through the geothermal marvels of Rotorua and the enchanting Hobbiton. In Australia, explore Melbourne’s cultural laneways, experience the Great Ocean Road’s scenic vistas, and immerse yourself in Sydney’s iconic landmarks like the Opera House and Blue Mountains. Stay in premium accommodations throughout such as Solitaire Lodge in Rotorua and The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne. This tour is a masterpiece, marrying the serene beauty of New Zealand with the diverse wonders of Australia. Ideal for those with a penchant for luxury, grandeur and a thirst for unparalleled adventures.
This tour is designed to be an enriching experience, whether led by a private guide or ventured on your own with our detailed travel guides, complete with our detailed bespoke travel app for easy Touring. The choice is yours: delve deep with expert guidance or relish the freedom of self-drive exploration. Whatever your preference, our tours are customisable to ensure they align perfectly with your vision. Let’s collaborate to shape the adventure you’ve always dreamt of!
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The activities listed above are just a glimpse of what’s possible! We pride ourselves on creating bespoke experiences tailored to your interests and desires. If you have specific activities or destinations in mind, let us know, and we’ll craft a personalised itinerary just for you. Every journey is unique, and we’re here to make yours perfect. Dream big – your adventure is waiting to be customised!
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Top attractions in this tour
Your 21-day road trip itinerary
21-day journey exploring 15 key destinations across New Zealand's diverse landscapes.
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DAY 1
- Auckland Arrival
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DAY 2
- Waiheke Island Winery Tour
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DAY 3
- Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton
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DAY 4
- Rotorua
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DAY 5
- Rotorua to Auckland Airport via Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Fly to Christchurch
What’s included?
Flights Between All locations, Auckland, Christchurch, Melbourne and Sydney
One expert to arrange both New Zealand and Australia tour plans
Your choice of accommodation. Gold (5 star) or platinum (luxury lodge) options available
Most breakfasts, select lunches and dinners
A choice of self-drive and privately guided transport
In-depth and detailed custom travel guide
Listed activities (the list is fully customisable)
Full insurance coverage on rented vehicles
Overnight parking where necessary
Custom tour creation with one of our travel experts
What’s not included?
Personal travel insurance
Some lunches and dinners
Individual shopping and souvenirs
Extra, optional activities
International flights at the start or end point of your trip
Why book a privately guided road trip
Bespoke Itineraries
Bespoke Itineraries
Personalised tours tailored to your preferences
Authentic Kiwi Experiences
Authentic Kiwi Experiences
Genuine insights into New Zealand's culture
Flexible Bookings
Flexible Bookings
Secure and adaptable travel arrangements
Private Travel Safety
Private Travel Safety
Safe, crowd-free, intimate exploration
Local Expertise
Local Expertise
In-depth knowledge from a Kiwi-owned business
New Zealand's Top Awarded Tours
New Zealand's Top Awarded Tours
Winner of Tripadvisor’s ‘Travelers choice’ over multiple years & our 100+ 5 star reviews
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can we change the locations in the tour?
Yes, you can certainly change the locations in the tour. We specialise in creating custom itineraries that fit your preferences. Just let us know the specific places you want to visit, and we’ll tailor the tour to match your interests.
Can we make the tour more wine-focused?
Absolutely! We can customise the tour to include more wine-focused activities and visits to renowned wineries in both New Zealand and Australia. Whether you want more tastings, vineyard tours, or gourmet wine-pairing dinners, we can design the perfect wine-centric itinerary for you.
Is it possible to make the tour more child and budget-friendly?
Yes, we can adjust the itinerary to be more child and budget-friendly. However, please note that due to the nature of traveling between New Zealand and Australia, there are higher costs involved. We will work with you to find the best options to keep the tour enjoyable and within your budget
Can I use points for flights?
Yes, you can use your own points to book flights. You will need to handle the flight bookings separately, but we can assist you with the rest of your travel arrangements to ensure everything aligns smoothly with your itinerary.
Real and Independent Traveller Feedback
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Great trip to Australia
These guys are good! They put our itinerary together based on a mutual discussion(s) and di a very good job. The highlight was the end of the Trip in Port Douglas, a GREAT hotel-The Peninsula, and two great tours, the Daintree Rain Forest , Far North Escapes, where the guide-Jason was amazing and then The Great Barrier Reef with Wavelength for snorkeling-AMZING and the crew were fantastic. Highly recommend these guys.
By the way Yamilla is fantastic as well.
Stephen S
Apr 2025
Fantastic
Our trip was amazing, everything happened just as it was supposed to! I really appreciate Yamila’s efforts to plan our trip just as we asked, everything was well organized. From our transportation arrangements to our private guide Glenn who took us to the Blue mountains, the personnel were excellent. We packed a lot in 3 days each Sydney and Ayers Rock.
C B
Mar 2025
Sydney-Gold Coast Self-Drive Road Trip
Dear Yamila & The Road Trip Team
Thank you for your making my Sydney-Gold Coast Road Trip a smooth one. I would say there wasn't any hiccup along the trip. Everything well taken care of; from airport transfer to hotel bookings to rental car and some tour bookings. My family really enjoyed the holiday. What I really love was the freedom to drive anywhere with recommendations to go. It was very comprehensive. My kids loved the hotels you booked for us, especially the Anchorage and Pepper Soul! You made our maiden road drive in Australia to a new level. It is definitely an memorable experience. We are already thinking of another road trip in Australia!
Thank you once again!
Flyer786747
Jun 2024
21-Day Australia Trip
21-day Australia trip was fabulous. We didn't want to drive the Australian roads, so The Road Trip organized all of the hotels, transportation and guided tours. The Road Trip team, especially Yamila, had everything planned and they even helped make changes as new opportunities came up. The trip itinerary appealed to everyone as there was the perfect combination of beach, sightseeing, tours, downtime, and outdoor activities. Our favorites included: penguin parade, full-day snorkel tour, night walk tour in the rainforest, and the canyon hike through the Blue Mountain National Park. All six of us agreed that we couldn't have seen or done as much as we did if it wasn't for The Road Trip team. We will be contacting you again for our next trip!
Linda E
Mar 2024
They do all the work, you have all the fun!
I want to thank Road Trip Australia for planning and coordinating such a great itinerary. I wouldn’t have known where to start doing it on my own. They made it easy. The packet they provided was full of good information and allowed me to maximize the time that I had to tour. I definitely recommend them to plan your trip.
Elizabeth B
Nov 2020
21 Day Self Driving/Guided Australian Holiday
The Road Trip put together our recently completed self-driving tour of Australia. They were easy to work with and did an outstanding job of arranging our accommodations and travel in country (both driving and flying). We started in Melbourne with an excellent tour of the central city. We then heading over to the Yarra Valley for two nights. It’s an area known for its vineyards and wine making. Then it was off to the Great Ocean Road for two days of beautiful beaches and great stops recommended by The Road Trip. We spent two days in charming Port Fairy at a great boutique hotel. Then it was back to Melbourne to head to Sydney. Some weather issues prevented us from traveling as planned but we did spend a day and a half in Sydney with the highlight being a climb to the top of the Harbor Bridge. After Sydney we spent two days in the Blue Mountains. Our plans were limited by the recent fires which was disappointing. We spent one day in the Hunter Valley and if you are into wine another day would be appropriate. Then back to Sydney to fly up to the Great Barrier Reef. The rainforests and reef were magical. Wavelength did a great job with the reef snorkeling tour. It was then back to Melbourne for the Australian Open which was a blast. Then finally a trip to Phillip Island to watch the penguins come back to their burrows after a busy day in the sea. Overall a memorable trip and it was logistically very easy with The Road Trip.
JEPAZ
Feb 2020
